Intel - Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W - Grey/Black/Gold
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Specifications
- Processor SocketSocket LGA 1700PCI Express VersionPCI Express 4.0CPU Base Clock Frequency3.7 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency4.9 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores10-coreNumber of CPU Threads16
- Key Specs
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1700 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 4.0
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.7 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.9 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 10-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 16 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5, DDR4
- L3 Cache: 20 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Processor Base Power: 125 watts
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Processor Generation/Series: 12th Generation
- General
- Brand: Intel
- Model Number: BX8071512600K
- Product Name: Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W
- Color: Grey/Black/Gold
- Processor Model Number: 12600K
- Processor Collection: Core i5
- Processor Generation/Series: 12th Generation
- Year of Release: 2021
- Compatibility
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1700 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Configuration: PCIe Gen 4 x16, PCIe Gen 4 x8
- PCI Express Lanes (Total): 20
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 4.0
- Processor Instruction Set: 64-bit
- Performance
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.7 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.9 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 10-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 16 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Memory
- Maximum Memory Supported: 128 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5, DDR4
- Number of Memory Channels Supported: 2
- Cache Level: L3 (The cache stores data that the CPU needs to access quickly in order to complete tasks. Each level is ranked according to priority of access; Level 1 (L1) cache stores data that the CPU needs to access first. L1 cache is also the fastest but holds the least amount of data, with each following level decreasing in speed but increasing in capacity.)
- L3 Cache: 20 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Features
- Processor Type: Desktop
- RAID Support: None (A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) includes a collection of separate disks that your computer recognizes as one disk unit. Each configuration offers a different level of mirroring, striping and read/write speeds.)
- Power
- Processor Base Power: 125 watts
- Processor Boost Power: 150 watts
- Graphics
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 3 Year Limited
- Other
- UPC: 735858499040
12th Gen Intel Core i5-12600K unlocked desktop processor. Featuring PCIe Gen 5.0 & 4.0 support, DDR5 & DDR4 support, unlocked 12th Gen Intel Core desktop processors are optimized for productivity, gaming, and overclocking. Thermal solution NOT included in the box. Compatible with 600 series chipset based motherboards 125W.
- Intel 12th Gen Core i5: Unlocked 12th Gen Intel Core desktop processors are optimized for productivity, gaming, and overclocking.
- Chipset Compatability: Intel 600 Series Chipset
- Processor Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 770
- Intel Smart Cache (L3) Size: 20MB
- PCIe Support: PCIe Gen 4.0 Support
- Dupported Motherboard: Compatible with Intel 600 series chipset based motherboards
- Intel 12th Gen Core i5: Unlocked 12th Gen Intel Core desktop processors are optimized for productivity, gaming, and overclocking.
- Chipset Compatability: Intel 600 Series Chipset
- Processor Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 770
- Intel Smart Cache (L3) Size: 20MB
- PCIe Support: PCIe Gen 4.0 Support
- Dupported Motherboard: Compatible with Intel 600 series chipset based motherboards
Whats Included
- Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W
- User documentation
- Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W
- User documentation
Q: How does this compare to 5600x for Gaming?
A: Practically, there would be no difference. At the level these two chips operate, your gaming performance will be dictated and limited by your GPU. Theoretically, you could set up a game in such a way that the GPU bottleneck is minimized and run some benchmarks to discover that this chip will be faster, but you wouldn't notice that difference when you're actually playing. If you have a 5600X and want a gaming upgrade, don't get this - or any other CPU. Upgrade your GPU. If you have an older platform and are planning on an upgrade then this chip is faster across the board. It's also a less expensive part, however the overall platform costs, at the time of writing, are higher.
Q: Will this work with 1200 socket
A: No, only 1700 socket.
Q: Does the Intel i5 processor come with windows 10 pre-installed
A: Don’t we all wish Windows was standard… well technically Windows 10 is on your Storage/hard Drive… so if your scrapping your old computer take the hard drive and put it in the new one… you just need the windows key from the old computer actually.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Zoom zoom
So I was nervous about getting an i5. I don’t know why…but I was. I’ve had an i7 4790k for almost 8 years, and it has been a powerhouse. I love it. Anyway, I tried to do a more budget conscious build, and decided on the 12600k instead of the 12900k. Boy, was I shocked. This sucker is like lightning compared to the 4790k, and it supports all the shiny new doodads on my motherboard. My nvme is screaming, and my 3060 Ti is actually getting warm now that it can reach its potential. I’m seriously impressed. I haven’t overclocked it yet, but it’s coming. I paired it with a Noctua DH15s. I really didn’t want it, but it’s all that was in stock when I needed a cooling tower. The 12600k stays in upper teens, low 20’s at idle, and hasn’t exceeded 54c under load. This is a great processor that I would not hesitate to recommend or buy again!
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Posted by Justin
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
No Complaints
No complaints with this CPU I use it for playing games and it runs all of them good just want to be careful on what GPU you pair with this CPU for you don’t bottleneck it, but other than that it’s great.
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Posted by Isaac
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great CPU
My son and I built a gaming computer using this cpu and a 6700XT. ASRock 760 motherboard and ddr5 ram. Great cpu, very snappy and plays all his games great. Got it on sale for less than $200. Plus upgrade ability if he ever decides to go 13th gen cpu. No need yet.
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Posted by Torrepl
